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US-Israel/Iran | CF Unstable & Unresolved | April-10th/May-10th | Reporting

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The USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN-78) and her Carrier Strike Group, which have been deployed now for over 300 days, far surpassing the record for the longest aircraft carrier deployment since the Vietnam War, will depart from the Red Sea in the coming days to begin the journey back to her homeport at Naval Station Norfolk in Virginia, following last week’s arrival of the USS George H. W. Bush (CVN-77) in the Middle East near Iran, officials tell the Washington Post.
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CENTCOM has made a Request for Forces submission to have the US Army's Dark Eagle Long Range Hypersonic Weapon deployed to their Area of Responsibility. The justification is that Iran has moved their own missile TELs beyond the 500km range of the US Army's Precision Strike Missile. It would be the first combat deployment for the system, which has not yet completed operational testing.
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Oil is all over the place on the news!

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Brent fell to 110.15 USD/Bbl on April 30, 2026, down 0.27% from the previous day. Over the past month, Brent's price has risen 5.94%, and is up 77.28% compared to the same time last year, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity...
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Pakistan opens overland trade routes to Iran to bypass US naval blockade | News.az

The order, effective April 25, enables thousands of containers stranded at Karachi port to reach Iran by road via Balochistan, significantly reducing ...
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Pakistan opens overland trade routes to Iran to bypass US naval blockade​

Pakistan has officially opened six overland transit routes to Iran, allowing third-country goods to bypass the U.S. naval blockade currently obstructing Iranian ports and the Strait of Hormuz.

This strategic shift allows Pakistan to bypass both dangerous maritime passages and unstable Afghan border crossings, positioning the country as a primary overland gateway for West Asian trade.
 
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Pakistan opens overland trade routes to Iran to bypass US naval blockade | News.az

The order, effective April 25, enables thousands of containers stranded at Karachi port to reach Iran by road via Balochistan, significantly reducing ...
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Pakistan opens overland trade routes to Iran to bypass US naval blockade​

Pakistan has officially opened six overland transit routes to Iran, allowing third-country goods to bypass the U.S. naval blockade currently obstructing Iranian ports and the Strait of Hormuz.

This strategic shift allows Pakistan to bypass both dangerous maritime passages and unstable Afghan border crossings, positioning the country as a primary overland gateway for West Asian trade.
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Iran leader warns of painful response if US renews attacks as Trump faces pivotal Friday deadline
Iran said on Thursday it would respond with "long and painful strikes" on U.S. positions if Washington renewed attacks, and also restated its claim to the Strait of Hormuz, complicating U.S. plans for a coalition to reopen the waterway.

U.S. President Donald Trump was slated to receive a briefing on Thursday on plans for a series of fresh military strikes on Iran to compel it to negotiate an end to the conflict, a U.S. official told Reuters.
 
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U.S. beginning effort to guide stranded ships through Strait of Hormuz

President Trump announced the U.S. would "guide" ships not involved in the war with Iran out of the Strait of Hormuz. A U.S.-led task force says it has started the operation.
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Trump "not satisfied" with new peace deal offered by Iran as standoff's costs multiply​

Iran has offered a new proposal for a second round of peace talks with the U.S. after the Trump administration rejected a previous offer delaying negotiations over Iran's nuclear program.

Mr. Trump argued again Friday that the U.S. has "already won" the war and said he was "not satisfied" with the new Iranian deal. But as he considers his next move in the costly nine-week conflict, he said he wants to "win by a bigger margin" and ensure Iran can never attain a nuclear weapon.

Mr. Trump on Friday told congressional leaders that "hostilities" with Iran have "terminated," addressing a critical 60-day deadline under a decades-old law meant to limit the use of military force without authorization from Congress.
 

Commentary by Aide to the President of Russia Yury Ushakov following Vladimir Putin’s telephone conversation with President of the United States Donald Trump

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Commentary by Aide following Vladimir Putin’s telephone conversation with President of the United States Donald Trump​

When discussing the international agenda, the presidents focused on the developments surrounding Iran and the Persian Gulf.
Vladimir Putin believes that Donald Trump was right to extend the ceasefire for Iran. This, he believes, will give negotiations a further chance and help stabilise the overall situation.

At the same time, the President of Russia pointed out that if the United States and Israel resume military action, this would inevitably lead to extremely adverse consequences not only for Iran and its neighbours, but for the entire international community. He stressed that a ground operation on Iranian territory would be particularly unacceptable and dangerous.

They also touched on Ukraine...
Regarding a settlement in Ukraine, the US President emphasised the importance of an early cessation of hostilities and his readiness to do everything in his power to facilitate this. His authorised representatives will continue contacts with both Moscow and Kiev. Donald Trump said he believes that an agreement that would bring the conflict in Ukraine to an end is close.

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Aide to the President of Russia Yury Ushakov: Colleagues, good evening.

President Vladimir Putin held another telephone conversation with President of the United States Donald Trump. The call lasted for more than an hour and a half. The exchange between the two presidents was conducted in a friendly manner and was frank and businesslike.

Understandably, Vladimir Putin began by expressing his sympathy and support for the President of the United States in connection with the assassination attempt against him on April 25 at the Washington Hilton hotel. Fortunately, neither Donald Trump himself, nor his spouse, nor any members of his entourage were harmed. The secret service was quick to neutralise the assailant. The Russian leader strongly condemned this crime and stressed, in particular, that politically motivated violence was unacceptable in any forms and manifestations.

It was also mentioned during the conversation that this dangerous incident occurred on the eve of the US First Lady’s birthday on April 26. President Vladimir Putin asked to convey his best wishes and noted her contribution to efforts aimed at facilitating the reunification of Russian and Ukrainian children with their families.

When discussing the international agenda, the presidents focused on the developments surrounding Iran and the Persian Gulf.

Vladimir Putin believes that Donald Trump was right to extend the ceasefire for Iran. This, he believes, will give negotiations a further chance and help stabilise the overall situation.

At the same time, the President of Russia pointed out that if the United States and Israel resume military action, this would inevitably lead to extremely adverse consequences not only for Iran and its neighbours, but for the entire international community. He stressed that a ground operation on Iranian territory would be particularly unacceptable and dangerous.

Russia remains firmly committed to facilitating diplomatic efforts aimed at achieving a peaceful resolution of this crisis, and has put forward several proposals to help address differences over the Iranian nuclear programme. To this end, active contacts with Iranian representatives, leaders of the Gulf countries, as well as with Israel, and, naturally, the negotiating team of the United States will continue.

Donald Trump outlined his assessment of the outcome of the concluded phase of the armed confrontation, as well as his views on the current difficult situation facing Iran and its leadership.

Regarding a settlement in Ukraine, the US President emphasised the importance of an early cessation of hostilities and his readiness to do everything in his power to facilitate this. His authorised representatives will continue contacts with both Moscow and Kiev. Donald Trump said he believes that an agreement that would bring the conflict in Ukraine to an end is close.

Replying to a question from Trump, Vladimir Putin described the current situation along the line of contact, where Russian forces retain the strategic initiative and are pushing back the opposing side. It was also noted that since the beginning of 2025, Russia has handed over more than 20,000 bodies of fallen Ukrainian servicemen, while Ukraine has returned just over 500 bodies of Russian servicemen.

Both Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump expressed broadly similar views on the behaviour of the Kiev regime led by Zelensky, which, incited and supported by Europeans, is pursuing a course aimed at prolonging the conflict.

The Russian leader stated plainly that Kiev is resorting to overtly terrorist methods, targeting exclusively civilian facilities on Russian territory.

The President of Russia reaffirmed that the goals of the special military operation will be achieved in any event. At the same time, he noted that this outcome would preferably be reached through negotiations, for which Zelensky must respond constructively to the proposals that have been put forward repeatedly, including by the US side.

It is notable that Donald Trump expressed a positive view on the Easter ceasefire recently declared by Russia. In this connection, Vladimir Putin informed his American counterpart of Russia’s readiness to declare a ceasefire for the period of the Victory Day celebrations. President Trump actively supported this initiative, noting that the holiday marks the shared victory over Nazism in World War II.

When discussing Russian-US relations, both leaders pointed to the great potential for mutually beneficial cooperation in the economic and energy spheres. The presidents stated that their representatives are already engaged in substantive discussions on a number of large-scale economic projects.

The presidents agreed to maintain contacts going forward, both directly and at the level of their aides and representatives.
Question: On whose initiative was the telephone conversation held?

Yury Ushakov: I would like to note that it was initiated by the Russian side, by the President of Russia.
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China blocks US sanctions on five Chinese firms over alleged Iran oil ties

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China blocks US sanctions on five Chinese firms over alleged Iran oil ties​

China's Ministry of Commerce on Saturday issued a blocking ban prohibiting any recognition, enforcement or compliance with US sanctions imposed on five Chinese companies on the grounds of their alleged involvement in Iranian petroleum transactions.
 
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Bulk carrier attacked by multiple small craft off Iran

Crew is safe and no environmental impact has been reported after the incident 11 nautical miles (20km) west of Sirik.
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Bulk carrier attacked by multiple small craft off Iran, UKMTO says​

A bulk carrier reported being attacked by multiple small craft off the coast of Iran near the Strait of Hormuz, Britain’s sea trade monitoring agency has said.

In a brief statement on Sunday, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said all crew on the unidentified northbound vessel were “reported safe” after the incident that took place 11 nautical miles (20km) west of Sirik,
 
President Trump announces "PROJECT FREEDOM" to escort with force all innocent ships through the Strait of Hormuz, while negotiations continue with Iran. "This process will begin Monday morning, Middle East time."
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"The Ship movement is merely meant to free up people, companies, and Countries that have done absolutely nothing wrong — They are victims of circumstance. This is a Humanitarian gesture.
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Iran warns Trump’s escort mission in Strait of Hormuz violates ceasefire

Iran protests as Trump announces 'Project Freedom' to escort stranded ships out of the Strait of Hormuz.
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Tehran warns Trump’s Hormuz mission violates ceasefire​

US President Donald Trump has announced a naval mission, dubbed Project Freedom, to escort stranded ships out of the Strait of Hormuz, with operations set to begin in the coming hours.

Top Iranian lawmaker Ebrahim Azizi says any US interference in the strait will be considered a violation of the ceasefire.
 
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